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Good news for Verstappen: Red Bull identifies area where it can extract more performance
Laurent Mekies highlighted a key area where he believes Red Bull Racing can extract more performance during the second half of the season. After Lando Norris' victory at the Hungaroring, Red Bull Racing remains the only frontrunner team yet to win a race in the 2026 Formula 1 season. Max Verstappen...
Final Dutch GP could descend into chaos as rain looms
The final Grand Prix at Zandvoort could turn out to be spectacular due to the latest weather forecast. The chance of rain is particularly high for all three days, including the highly anticipated sprint race. It’s still nine days until the lights go out for the first session of the 2026 Dutch Grand...
Lawson under immense pressure to retain his Formula 1 seat for 2027
Liam Lawson will have to work hard to keep his seat in Formula 1. The New Zealander just managed to hold on to his seat for the 2026 campaign, and it’s questionable whether what he’s shown this season will be enough for another year in the competition. It may feel like Lawson has been around in For...
Leclerc opts for same holiday destination as Verstappen and Wolff during summer break
Charles Leclerc is also recharging ahead of the second half of the Formula 1 season. The Monegasque driver shared new photos from his holiday with his wife, Alexandra, and their dachshund, Leo. The Formula 1 season continues next week with the Dutch Grand Prix at Zandvoort, but until then, Formula 1...
Leclerc shares best moments of F1 summer holiday with wife Alexandra and Leo
Charles Leclerc is also recharging ahead of the second half of the Formula 1 season. The Monegasque driver shared new photos from his holiday with his wife, Alexandra, and their dachshund, Leo. The Formula 1 season continues next week with the Dutch Grand Prix at Zandvoort, but until then, Formula 1...
Sainz as Verstappen's replacement? These are Carlos' options for 2027
Carlos Sainz seems to be weighing his options for 2027. Saying the Spaniard is unhappy with how things are going at Williams would be an understatement, but he doesn’t have many options either. GPblog lists his possibilities. Carlos Sainz is known as a very strong driver in Formula 1. He has driven...
Bagnaia: Silverstone is a 'cause for concern for Ducati'
Francesco Bagnaia was disappointed after the British Grand Prix and underlined that a team like Ducati simply needs to do better. The Italian rider had a weekend to forget at Silverstone. The Ducati rider failed to make it through to Q2, did not score points during the Sprint, and crashed out during...
Aston Martin's major update analyzed: why the competition is right to be worried
Aston Martin gave its rivals plenty to think about in Hungary with Adrian Newey's updates, but how good was the major package really? GPblog analyzes the step forward the British outfit made with the new parts added to the AMR26. Aston Martin sits tenth in the Formula 1 World Championship but could...
Kelly Piquet shares new holiday images with Verstappen and Lily from Portugal
The Formula 1 summer break has reached its halfway point. Max Verstappen's partner, Kelly Piquet, has shared more photos from their holiday ahead of the season resuming at Zandvoort. In a week and a half, the Formula 1 season resumes at Zandvoort with Verstappen's home Grand Prix. Until then, driver...
Domenicali sees talks on new F1 engines heading in the right direction
Stefano Domenicali has indicated that talks about engines are progressing in the right way, but admits that the FIA ultimately decides. The head of Formula 1 was asked what extent the FOM was involved in the meetings and whether they could influence the outcome of a return to V8 engines. He said:...
F1 Today | Antonelli ready to ‘shine under pressure’, Aston Martin’s 50bhp rumour denied by Honda, Zandvoort test awaits Mercedes.
Kimi Antonelli has admitted there is “extra pressure” that comes with being an Italian Formula 1 driver, but says he is trying to embrace it rather than treat it as a burden.The young Italian is one of the most talked-about talents in motorsport and carries the attention of a country that has been w...
Verstappen sends stark warning over Dutch motorsport future amid Zandvoort uncertainty
Max Verstappen has warned that Dutch motorsport risks suffering a decline similar to Germany if it does not receive stronger support from the government, as uncertainty continues to surround the long-term future of the Dutch Grand Prix at Zandvoort.The warning comes at a sensitive moment for Formula...
Antonelli ready to ‘shine under pressure’ as Italy’s 73-year F1 title wait continues
Kimi Antonelli has admitted there is “extra pressure” that comes with being an Italian Formula 1 driver, but says he is trying to embrace it rather than treat it as a burden.The young Italian is one of the most talked-about talents in motorsport and carries the attention of a country that has been w...
Aston Martin’s 50bhp rumour denied by Honda amid rising Alonso 2027 stakes
Honda have shut down one of the most widely discussed rumours surrounding Aston Martin’s 2026 project, with a senior figure explicitly denying suggestions that the manufacturer’s B-spec Formula 1 engine is worth an extra 50bhp. The claim has attracted attention because Aston Martin’s partnership wit...
MotoGP team makes unexpected post in search of second rider for 2027
The Trackhouse MotoGP Team has taken its search for a second rider for the 2027 season to the next level. The team has posted a job advert on LinkedIn. At the moment, Trackhouse has one rider confirmed for the 2027 MotoGP season. Ahead of the British Grand Prix, it was confirmed that Raul Fernandez...
Zandvoort test awaits Mercedes as big upgrade meets engine penalty threat
Mercedes has confirmed it will bring a “sizeable” upgrade package to Zandvoort, adding another layer of intrigue to the Dutch Grand Prix weekend as the team searches for a stronger second half of the season. Zandvoort is one of Formula 1’s most atmospheric home races, with the Dutch crowd turning th...
Perez reveals F1 return doubts before proving he is ‘still one of the best’
Sergio Perez has admitted he had doubts about returning to Formula 1 before making his comeback and proving to himself that he can still perform at the highest level. The Mexican driver stepped away from F1 after losing his Red Bull seat, but returned to the grid with Cadillac for the 2026 season. W...
Verstappen gives verdict on whether he would take his racing team into F1
Max Verstappen has firmly ruled out the possibility of taking his Verstappen Racing operation into Formula 1. The four-time world champion has increasingly expanded his activities away from F1, with Verstappen Racing developing through GT and endurance competition. The Dutchman's ambitions for the t...
Bortoleto happy with F1's growing AI influence despite criticism over 2026 cars
Gabriel Bortoleto has defended the growing influence of artificial intelligence (AI) on Formula 1's engines, insisting the sport should embrace the technology available to teams rather than move away from it. The 2026 regulations have introduced a new generation of cars and placed an even greater em...
Why Verstappen doesn’t, but Hamilton still has a chance at the 2026 world championship
After 11 Grands Prix in 2026, Max Verstappen appears to have no chance for the world title. Both in points and underlying data, the four-time world champion doesn’t have enough with the RB22 to truly make a stand. However, Lewis Hamilton and Ferrari have much better credentials and could well pose a...
FIA changes 2027 F1 rules as teams face major aerodynamic rethink
The FIA has introduced minor modifications to the 2027 cars which could nevertheless have a major impact on performance. Although only 11 races have been completed under the new regulations, the teams have already shown how quickly they can adapt to the new systems and cars, maintaining a sustained...
Championship leader reveals reason behind celebrating win with a lap to go: 'I wasn't sure'
Manuel Gonzalez led the race entering the final lap of the Moto2 race at the British Grand Prix, but the Spaniard began celebrating too early. The Intact GP rider explained what happened after the race. The Moto2 championship leader was in a battle for victory with Daniel Holgado, Filip Salac and Iv...
Verstappen makes feelings clear on ‘superstar’ status during endurance racing
Max Verstappen has made it clear that he has no desire to be treated differently because of his Formula 1 status as he continues to explore his passion for endurance racing. The four-time F1 world champion has increasingly turned his attention towards other forms of motorsport, and made his competit...
Ocon looks finished in F1: how he lost head-to-head to almost every teammate
Esteban Ocon appears to be in his final months in Formula 1. The Frenchman is falling short compared to Oliver Bearman, much like he did against most of his teammates throughout his career. Here, GPblog gives you an analysis of his F1 head-to-heads. Esteban Ocon made his Formula 1 debut with Manor...
Piastri’s 2026 struggles diagnosed as former McLaren driver reveals hidden problem
Oscar Piastri’s 2026 campaign has unfolded far differently from what was witnessed in 2025, and former McLaren driver Juan Pablo Montoya has pointed to a key factor behind the Australian’s struggles this season. Piastri, who led the Drivers’ Championship for more than 13 rounds during the 2025 seaso...